This preventive hunt, which began Dec. 5, is designed to thin the deer herd throughout the township, hence reducing motor vehicle accidents and property damage to vegetation; while strengthening the vitality of the deer herd, states a release from the township police department.

Every precaution has been taken to ensure the safety of the public, said the release.
Hunting will occur with authorized licensed hunters using shotguns from elevated tree stands. Shooting at this angle ensures that the hunter is discharging their firearm directly at the ground, hence dramatically reducing the chances of any additional hazards to the public.

The hunt will be held Monday through Saturday from a ½ hour before sunrise until a ½ hour after sunset. All hunting will be done on public land:

— Various locations in the City of East Orange Water Company property.

— A Township of Millburn tract of land located adjacent to the City of East Orange Water Company property.

— A secluded section of the Township Par-3 Golf Course. The Par-3 is closed for the season and the other land is secured and never opened to the public. The Millburn Police will actively be patrolling the hunting areas and adjacent areas.

This year’s hunt will conclude on Jan. 31, 2012.

If the public has any additional questions or concerns, they may contact Millburn Police Department Central Communications at 973-564-7001.